1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 236 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulietta | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
